Brookfield Zoo announces winning name for new axolotl

The votes are in – the Bookfield Zoo Chicago is proud to announce the name chosen by the public for their new axolotl is Sir Mix-O-Lotl.

WATCH: Dog leads Aurora police to leash to escape burning home

Aurora police rescued a dog from a burning home last week after responding to a house fire in the western suburbs, officials said.

Starving puppy's second chance: Pup nursed back to health, rescued by Chicago-area deputy

A story with a happy ending. An emaciated 1-year-old Shepard mix puppy was found by Cook County Deputy Sheriff Justin Butts and nursed back to health with the help of Wright Way Rescue in Morton Grove.

Brookfield Zoo mourns loss of 31-year-old brown bear Axhi

Brookfield Zoo Chicago announced that the nearly 31-year-old brown bear Axhi, who first came to the zoo in 1995, has died.

Abandoned pup with tragic past rescued after being stranded for days on Ohio river

The gray-brown terrier mix was spotted desperately huddled against the side of a lake freighter dock, where she barely had enough space to sit and stay dry above the lapping water.

Data reveals the most popular dog breed in each state

A new report on America’s most popular dog breeds in 2025 highlights shifting trends in pet ownership across the country.

Watch: Abandoned dog with head stuck in snack jar rescued in Pennsylvania

One stray pup is safe and sound this week after wandering around rural Pennsylvania alone and with her head trapped inside a plastic jar.

A cool new neighbor: Brookfield Zoo welcomes new polar bear

A frosty new face is coming to Brookfield Zoo this fall—an 8-year-old polar bear ready to meet her new neighbors.

Udderly adorable: Minooka firefighters rescue runaway calf

A three-day-old calf was safely returned home Wednesday after wandering away from its farm in Minooka, according to the Minooka Fire Protection District.

Wild rabbits spotted with strange 'horn-like' growths sprouting from their heads

Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.

Blind Chicago man’s missing dog sparks nationwide outpouring of help

People from across the country are rallying to help a blind Chicago man find his missing emotional support dog. The case of Bam Bam isn’t just a tale of loss, it’s now become a movement.